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Opportunities for Staff

Opportunities for Staff

Full-Time Educational Assistant

Support Staff

Location: Calling Lake

Competition #: 18442

Open To: Everyone

Date Posted: November 27th, 2024

Closing Date: Open Ended

Additional Information:

Northland School Division is seeking a Full-Time Educational Assistant to work with students at Calling Lake School. The kindergarten to grade 12 school is located in Calling Lake, Alberta. This beautiful, charming community is situated on the eastern shore of Calling Lake, known for its tranquility and  recreational pleasures. Calling Lake is approximately 60 kilometres away from Athabasca, Alberta and approximately 200 kilometres from Edmonton, Alberta. You can learn more about what Northland School Division has to offer by visiting www.nsd61.ca/careers.

Major responsibilities include:

  • Work with children with varied skill levels, needs and abilities.
  • The assignment includes working with students in the classroom, supporting student academics and individualized learning needs, tutorial help and support for English Language Learners. 
  • Other educational duties as assigned. 

Assets include:

  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively and/or independently.
  • Cree language proficiency.

Qualifications include: 

  • Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent experience would be an asset.
  • Effective communication and the ability to follow plans.
  • Ability to support  the students individualized program, modifications, and/or accommodations to their learning. 
  • Proficiency in the use of educational technology
  • Candidates with a Grade 12 Diploma will be given preference.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume including the names of three (3) employer references to: Stephen Marsh, Calling Lake School Principal at stephen.marsh@nsd61.ca . We thank all applicants for submitting applications. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Additionally, please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a criminal record and a child intervention check as part of the application process.